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Organization/LocationVolunteer ActivityDate(s) / HoursWebsite/ApplicationContactPhoneEmail Address
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HEALTH CAREHEALTH
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Canadian Blood Services
(Online appointment booking)		Donate bloodBook Appointmenthttps://myaccount.blood.ca/en/donateN/A1-888-2-DONATEN/A
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Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary
(Application to be printed, filled out and emailed back)		Students entering Grades 11 or 12 in September can enter our semester-linked volunteer program.

STUDENTS MAY VOLUNTEER IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
• Emergency Department: Volunteers in this department are responsible for patient and family contact and assistance during the period prior to treatment
• Inquiry Desk: The welcoming face of the hospital. Volunteers offer information to patients and visitors, as well as directing and accompanying them to their destinations as required
• Medical/Surgical Patient Care: This department offers volunteers a variety of patient contact within the Medical/Surgical unit and Birthing Suite
• Complex Care and Rehabilitation: This department offers volunteers a variety of patient contact within the Complex Care and Rehabilitation units
• Diagnostic Imaging: Students will assist patients and staff in a variety of ways		Commitment for at least one semester is expected.
Semester 1: September to January
Semester 2: February to June		https://nhh.ca/Volunteers/StudentVolunteersN/A905-372-6811volunteerapplications@nhh.ca
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St. John Ambulance
(Online application required)		Northumberland(Cobourg):
Be there to care in Northumberland County (Cobourg area) Ontario! Our dynamic Medical First Responder Unit is seeking new members 16 years of age & older to help provide first aid coverage at many community events throughout the year—from fairs and festivals to fundraisers, concerts, and sporting events. Whether you are retired and in need of a new challenge or you are just starting out and wish to develop skills in emergency service & health care, we want to talk to you!

SJA Northumberland (Cobourg area) is looking for good owners & great dogs to join our Therapy Dog Program! Our teams bring companionship and canine comfort to many facilities from Port Hope to Brighton including seniors’ residences, nursing homes, a regional hospital, schools, libraries, and residences for challenged adults. A unique volunteering experience to share with your best friend. Learn more about becoming a SJA Therapy Dog team at an orientation meeting on Saturday April 12 at 9:30 am. Location is at St. John Northumberland at 700 D’Arcy Street Cobourg. For more info or to register for the meeting, please call 905-372-0564 or e-mail training.coordinator@on.sja.ca 		Ongoinghttps://portal.sja.ca/SignIn?ReturnUrl=%2Fvolunteersignup%2FN/A905-372-0564Northumberland.branch@on.sja
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SOCIAL SERVICESSOCIAL SERVICES
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Community Care Northumberland
Brighton
Campbellford
Cobourg
Colborne
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Home at Last
Port Hope
(Online application)		• Host and set up luncheons for seniors.
• Help clients with basic housekeeping tasks or maintenance on their homes.
• Make daily calls to seniors for telephone reassurance.
• Visit lonely seniors.
• Work in the office doing reception, telephoning or computer work.
• Help with special events & fundraising		Ongoinghttps://www.commcare.ca/volunteer.htmlN/A905-372-7356cobourg@commcare.ca
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Community Living West Northumberland
(Application to be printed, completed and emailed back)		Non-profit organization supporting individuals aged 6 yrs to seniors with an intellectual disability.
• Friendship, mentoring with one person who share your interests
• Group activities, supporting people to be active in their community
• Individual or group learning teaching skills (knitting, reading, crafts, bowling, curling, swimming, music etc.
• Support office personel
• Computer skills to assist all with needs
• Handy person skills - odd jobs they need help with		Ongoinghttp://www.communitylivingwestnorthumberland.ca/contact-us/volunteer/Judy Rahme(905) 372-4455 Ext. 226communitylivingwn@yahoo.ca
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Cornerstone Family Violence and Prevention Centre
(Contact by email)		Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre is breaking the cycle of family violence by providing immediate shelter, counselling and prevention services throughout Northumberland County.

• Weekly Bingo Helper
• Grocery Shopping
• Community Event Support
• Admin/Reception Duties
and many more!		Ongoinghttps://cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/get-involved/Janelle Eisler (Manager of Community Engagement)
905.372.1545 ext. 237
jeisler@cornerstonenorthumberland.ca
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Habitat for Humanity Northumberland / Restore• Volunteer at a build site
We are now building an addition to 22/24 University Ave in Cobourg!
The mandatory SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) training must be completed yearly by all volunteers and staff.
Please meet at the office located on the right side of the ReStore at 8:15am, where you will gear up for the day and receive further instructions. Start time is firm.There is no parking at the build site. This is outdoor work, and weather dependent, please dress accordingly, and in layers.

You must be 16 years or older to work on our build site, but we do have opportunities for volunteers of all demographics. We welcome all levels of ability.		Ongoing
8:15 - 3pm



http://www.habitatnorthumberland.ca/volunteer
Melissa Cranston
289-252-0999 ext.29
http://www.habitatnorthumberland.ca/
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• Work in the ReStore
If this is your first shift with us please contact Melissa to set up a time for an orientation prior to signing up.
The mandatory SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) training must be completed yearly by all volunteers and staff.
We are currently looking for cash associates, donation pick up support, and general ReStore volunteers.		Monday to Saturday from 9:30am - 5:30pm.
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Kinark Child & Family Services
(Contact by Email)		• Kinark Friend Mentor
As a Friend Mentor you will provide relief for a family and mentoring for a child or teen by taking them on outings, being there to listen, having fun and offering encouragement.
• Children’s Group
As a Children’s Group Volunteer you will assist staff in a children’s program that teaches positive social skills in a fun, recreational setting.
• Supervised Access
As a Supervised Access Program Volunteer you will provide support to staff during supervised access visits between parents and children by assisting with arrivals and departures; helping to set-up toys; and supporting children during visits with encouragement and friendliness		Ongoinghttps://www.kinark.on.ca/volunteer/N/A1-800-230-8531info@kinark.on.ca.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Second Helpings Thrift Shop
(Contact by email or phone)
Volunteer helping at out at one of their thrift stores located in Port Hope, ColborneTBDhttps://northumberland.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer/
Debbie Buchanan
289-252-1828
debbie.buchanan@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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Rebound Child & Youth Services
(Online Application required)		Virtual READbound Tutor
Tutors work one to one with their students for 1 hour each week, to develop life-long learning habits and skills that support confident learner outcomes.
Improving reading, comprehension, writing and math skills is the primary focus of this program.
Developing a solid foundation in literacy helps to enrich the lives of young people now and in the future.		1 hour each weekhttps://www.rcys.ca/volunteerPam Powell, Volunteer/Tutoring Facilitator905-372-0007, ext. 228ppowell@rcys.ca
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Youth Advisory Council Member
Support your community by serving on Rebound’s Youth Advisory Council.
We value the dedication of our local youth, so we’ve developed at platform where they can share their voices.

If you’re a youth who lives or studies within Northumberland County and has good ideas that will positively impact your community, we want to hear from you!
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Front Desk Assistant
The Program Area at Rebound is where most of the action happens, so we need an organized volunteer to handle coordinating all that’s going in after school hours.
From greeting folks who are arriving for tutoring sessions, meetings, and visitors with general questions, to making a cup of coffee or tea, we need your help to make our visitors feel at home.
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Virtual Group Programs Assistant/Table Coach
As a virtual group program assistant/table coach, you will be a positive role model to the youth in the group. It is an important role to assist youth in learning to recognize their the strengths and help them to respect and accept themselves and others.
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Event and Fundraising Volunteer
Assisting with the preparation, planning and implementation of events and fundraising at Rebound.

There are multiple events and fundraising activities that happen at Rebound throughout the year.
Hours will vary depending on the time of year and what events are current.
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Rotary Club of Cobourg
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Royal Canadian Legion
(Contact by email)		November each yearhttp://www.eagle.ca/legion/?fbclid=IwAR1Ix-zCz7gy8W3cunbRF1DilOzikFNT_j7PSzbQKNuPycNc98x4zjumiCM
Jennifer Robison
jrobison@dalewood.ca OR br133rcl@eagle.ca
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Salvation ArmyChristmas Kettle CampaignYuri A. Castillo905-376-2854yuri.castillo@salvationarmy.ca
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Christmas Toy Drive
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Northumberland United Way(905) 372-6955
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Christian Horizons
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FACILITIES
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Cobourg Public Library
(Online Application required)		Youth Knitting Club

Duties and Responsibilities:

Submit one or more (there is no limit) of the following items within 12 months and receive the following amount of volunteer hours per item, once submitted:

• Hat (for 2 volunteer hours)
• Mittens (2 volunteer hours)
• Scarf (3 volunteer hours)
• Slippers (2 volunteer hours)

14 - 19 years old
An interest and ability in knitting
Must attend high school at Cobourg Collegiate Institute (CCI), William Academy or St. Mary Secondary

Screening Requirement: You must be able to knit and have access to your own knitting materials.		Contact Libraryhttps://www.cobourg.ca/en/my-cobourg/Volunteer.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3K-12ZH6M4yNLAFqVXl3zNLFOcV-Ptsa73rgXf8R1OhO8V_MdVVroFMLw#Rachel Spence, Volunteer Coordinator905-372-9271rspence@cobourg.library.on.ca
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Sifton-Cook Heritage CentreSeasonalwww.cobourgmuseum.ca
Marg Vezina (Volunteer Coordinator)
905-373-7222
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Northumberland County Archives and MuseumOur team has two full-time staff who also balance the operations of Records and Information Management for Northumberland County. We accept student placements and find their project work invaluable. We also currently have six regular weekly volunteers who assist in transcribing and collections management projects. If you are interested in a student placement or volunteer role, please contact us. Due to space restrictions, opportunities are limited.Ongoinghttps://www.northumberland.ca/en/discovering-and-exploring/about-the-archives.aspxhttps://forms.northumberland.ca/Archives/Volunteer-Application-Form
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SENIORS
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Tower of Hope Retirement Residence
(Contact by email)		Volunteers are so important in so many ways to our residents at The Durand Retirement Residence. We are always looking for caring and compassionate people who are eager to make a difference in a senior’s life.
• Friendly Visitor
• Mealtime Assistant
• Activity Assistant
• Pet Visitor
• Musical Entertainer
• Program/Group Leader
• Walking Assistant
• Outing Assistant
• Special Event Assistant
• Computer Assistant
• Library Assistant
• Reading Program
• Knitting Group
• Running Bingos
• Card Player
& many more!		Ongoinghttps://www.towerofporthope.ca/careers-jobs-employment-volunteerLaurie Porter905-885-7261gm@towerofporthope.ca
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Golden Plough Lodge Longcare HomeOngoinghttps://www.northumberland.ca/en/living-here/long-term-care.aspxhttps://forms.northumberland.ca/Archives/Volunteer-Application-Form
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Extendicare
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Rosewood Estates
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SPORTS/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
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Northumberland Soccer ClubPlease email Venetia Harper, Tournament Director, Northumberland Regional Silver Stick at venetia.harper@hotmail.com to sign-up.
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West Northumberland Wild Girls Hockey ClubNone at the moment
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Northumberland Minor HockeyNone at the moment
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YMCA of Northumberland
(Online Application)		There are many ways to volunteer with us. We continue to add new opportunities on an ongoing basis.
Everyone can grow and learn through volunteering.
Our volunteers are adults, youth and co-op students and last year they contributed over 12,000 hours to YMCA Northumberland in these various areas:

• Group Fitness
• Fitness Centre Host
• Youth Programs
• Parent Advisory Committee
• International Development
• Preschool Programs
• Childcare & Play Centre
• Maintenance
• Board of Directors		Ongoing

https://ymcanrt.org/support-ymca-northumberland/volunteer-at-the-y/
Tracey Dafoe (Coordinator, Membership and Volunteers)
905.372.9247 x234tracey.dafoe@nrt.ymca.ca
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Northumberland Jacks Baseball
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Nemesis Lacrosse
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Cycle Transitions
(call or email the store)		Do-it-yourself bicycle repair workshop and cycling education programswww.cycletransitions.org289-251-8895cycletransitions@gmail.com
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Municipality of Port Hope, Department of Parks, Recreation and CultureJulia Snoek, Community Development Program Manager
9058852474 ext. ext 3222
jsnoek@porthope.ca
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Cobourg Legion Minor Baseball
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Campbellford Skatepark GroupCommunity group interested in keeping the youth active, safe, and running special events at the Campbellford Skatepark, staying connected with other Skateparks/interests.
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Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club
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Lakeshore Minor Basketball Association
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Northumberland Silver StickThe Northumberland Silver Stick organizers are looking for volunteers at the Regional Silver Stick Tournament. Hours will be worked around student's work schedules.Novembervenetia.harper@hotmail.com
to sign-up.
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Northumberland Sports CouncilThe Northumberland Sports Council is a network of organizations working together to advocate and produce a more healthy active and physically literate Northumberland County by sharing knowledge, support and resources! We are also the official adjudicators for the KidSport Northumberland Fund. KidSport is a charity to help overcome the financial barriers that exist in families so that all kids have the opportunity to participate in organized sport and experience the benefits of active living. KidSport advocates for equal opportunity to sport and physical activity for those who cannot afford it!http://www.northumberlandsportscouncil.ca/engage/volunteers/
Molly Klintworth
9053767398
molly.nthdsportscouncil@gmail.comMolly Klintworth
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ANIMAL CARE
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Northumberland Humane Society
(Application required)		WITH THE ANIMALS
• Kennel Assistant
• Cat Socialization
• Dog Walking
• Transports
• Adopt-a-thons
• Animal Foster Program

FOR THE ANIMALS:
• Thrift Store
• Fundraising and Community Events
• Committees/Board
• Bingo (18+)
• Yard & Building Maintenance
• Reception & Administration

Please note that an up to date TETANUS VACCINATION is required to volunteer for animal care positions.

*Please note that the minimum age requirement for volunteering on your own is 16 years of age.*
**Volunteers 13-16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult**		Ongoingwww.northumberlandhumanesociety.com905-885-4131north1@eagle.ca
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Primrose Donkey SanctuaryDo you have spare time to help the donkeys?
What do PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary volunteers do?

• Clean the barnyard and paddocks (This is physical work, lots of poop to pick up!)
• Barn chores e.g. refill water buckets and hay mangers, clean stalls (more physical work and more poop and soiled straw to pick up!)
• Help us with fundraising events
• Groom the donkeys and mules
• Give guided tours to visitors		Thursdays or Sundays 1-4pmhttps://www.primrosedonkeysanctuary.com/volunteer.htmSheila (Owner)(905) 352-2772
primrosedonkeysanctuary@gmail.com
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Shelter of Hope
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FOOD BANKS
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Northumberland County Food 4 All• Sorting food
• Help the agencies pick up their orders.
• Help out in the office or help pick up donations from different suppliers.		Ongoinghttps://www.northumberland.ca/en/living-here/volunteer.aspxhttps://forms.northumberland.ca/Archives/Volunteer-Application-Form905-373-8566food4all@northumberlandcounty.ca
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Community Works of Hamilton Township - Bewdley Food BankThe food bank in Hamilton Township (in operation since 2006) is located in the Bewdley Community Centre. Community Works is: Operated and run entirely by volunteers; Serving 60 to 70 households per week; touching 120 to 190 men, women and children; preparing up to 140 Christmas hampers annually which includes personalized gifts for children; not just food, they also have clothing and small housewares; partially supplied food by Food4All, operated by Northumberland County; supported by funds and food donations from individuals, churches, service clubs and corporations.Contact Townshiphttps://www.hamiltontownship.ca/en/recreation-and-leisure/community-works-of-hamilton-township.aspx#
905-797-2535, ext. 22
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Fare Share Food BankThe Food Bank has two types of volunteers: Those who work directly with the Food Bank and those who work as members of fundraising & awareness committees, helping to raise the funds needed to run the Food Bank's two locations.

Some of the events that we hold include:
• George Leger Memorial Golf tournament
• Community Food Drives
• Hunger Awareness Week
• Turkey / Ham for Campaigns		Ongoinghttp://www.fareshare.ca/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer@fareshare.ca
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Cobourg Farmer's Market
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TOURISM
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Downtown Business Improvement Area
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Municipality of Port Hope
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OUTDOORS
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Northumberland County ForestVolunteers can play a vital role in forest development, maintenance and services. As volunteer service grows, staff will be able to focus on other important aspects of managing the forest. Examples of volunteer projects include:
• seed collecting
• plug planting
• invasive species removal
• trail building
• trail maintenance
• trail monitoring
• species monitoring		Ongoinghttps://www.northumberland.ca/en/discovering-and-exploring/volunteers.aspxhttps://forms.northumberland.ca/Archives/Volunteer-Application-Form
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Outdoor Education Centre
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ONE TIME EVENTS
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Campbellford Santa Claus Parade
A volunteer committee that ensures the tradition of a Santa Claus Parade takes place in Campbellford each year for the enjoyment of all ages.Organize the annual Santa Claus Parade on the last Saturday in November beginning at 3 p.m.
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Cobourg Santa Claus ParadeNovember
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Port Hope Santa Claus ParadeNovember
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